Chinzombo (South Luangwa National Park, Zambia)

The camp's six villas, which opened earlier this year, all have private dining areas, lounges, libraries and tree-shaded pools with viewing decks.

There's also a large yoga area and a spa.

Cottars harks back to a "golden age" of safari.

For those who do tear themselves away to spot some animals, the camp is surrounded by 60 acres of private land, and its position on the banks of the Luangwa River means there's no shortage of wildlife.

Guests also get direct access into one of the most game-rich areas of the South Luangwa National Park.

Chinzombo, South Luangwa National Park, Zambia, +44 1980 849160; from $254 per person per night

Four Seasons Safari Lodge (Serengeti National Park, Tanzania)

For those that want safari and the comfort of a hotel, there's the Four Seasons Safari Lodge.

There are 77 guestrooms, 12 suites (with private plunge pools) and five villas -- all of which come with rooms large enough to accommodate a herd of bison.

At night, hotel staff armed with flashlights are posted along the hotel's elevated walkways in case guests accidentally stumble into the bush.

The best feature is the hotel's most popular television channel.

Sadly, it's not CNN, but a live stream from a web cam positioned over the local watering hole.